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Introduction to Confessional Bibliology: Part Three
Modern Textual Criticism and the Challenge to Providence Section One: The Rise of Modern Textual Criticism The development of Modern Textual Criticism marks a significant shift in how scholars approach the biblical text. Emerging from the intellectual milieu of the Enlightenment…
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Introduction to Confessional Bibliology: Part Four
Article 4: Introduction to Confessional Bibliology: Part Four The Practical Implications of Confessional Bibliology for the Church ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Section One: Confidence in the Scriptures Confessional Bibliology provides a…
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Which Textus Receptus? A Response to Mark Ward's Critique of Confessional Bibliology
Introduction The debate over the authenticity and authority of the Textus Receptus TR is not new, yet it remains a focal point of discussion within textual criticism and evangelical circles. Mark Ward’s Which Textus Receptus? A Critique of Confessional Bibliology , published…
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The History of Reformed Textual Criticism
Introduction: Why History Matters in Textual Criticism Textual criticism is not a practice that emerged in a historical vacuum. It is deeply embedded in the theological, ecclesiastical, and intellectual contexts of its time. Understanding the history of Reformed Textual Criticism…
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A Refutation of Jan Krans’ Critique of the Textus Receptus
Upholding the Confessional and Doctrinal Role of Providential Preservation Jan Krans’ article "Why the Textus Receptus Cannot Be Accepted" presents several critiques of the Textus Receptus TR , aiming to discredit its standing as a reliable witness to the New Testament text…
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The Foundations of Reformed Textual Criticism
Introduction: The Essential Question of God’s Word and Its Preservation Few questions are as critical to the Christian faith as this: “What is the Word of God, and how has it been preserved for His church?” For those in the Reformed tradition,…
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Modern Challenges to Reformed Textual Criticism
Introduction: The Assault on Providential Preservation The advent of Modern Textual Criticism in the 18th and 19th centuries introduced profound challenges to the Reformed understanding of textual preservation. Rooted in Enlightenment principles of skepticism, naturalism, and…
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The Practical Relevance of Reformed Textual Criticism Today
Introduction: From Theory to Practice Textual criticism is often regarded as an academic discipline, confined to seminaries, libraries, or scholarly journals. Yet, for the Reformed Christian, textual criticism is not an abstract exercise. It is a profoundly practical discipline…
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The Arianism of Mark Ward Part 1
Introduction In recent years, modern English Bible translations have increasingly favored critical Greek and Hebrew texts over the traditional Textus Receptus and Masoretic texts. Advocates of these modern translations, including prominent figures like Mark Ward, argue that this…
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The Arianism of Mark Ward Part 2
Section 2: Examining Proverbs 8:22 – The “Created Wisdom” Controversy One of the most controversial passages used by Arian theologians to argue for a created Christ is Proverbs 8:22, where Wisdom is often interpreted as a foreshadowing or personification of Christ. This…
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The Arianism of Mark Ward Part 3
Section 4: John 1:18 – The Son vs. “God” John 1:18 is a crucial verse in the New Testament that directly addresses the identity of Christ. It traditionally reads, “the only begotten Son,” emphasizing the unique and eternal Sonship of Christ. However,…
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The Arianism of Mark Ward Part 4
Section 6: The Logical Consequence – Arianism in Modern Translations Throughout this article, we have examined how specific translation choices in modern versions, which depart from the traditional Textus Receptus and Masoretic Text, introduce theological ambiguities that can…
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